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Variegated Virginia Creeper | Parthenocissus quinquefolia 'Star Showers'

Marvelously mottled foliage

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Variegated Virginia Creeper | Parthenocissus quinquefolia 'Star Showers' Climbing Plants
Variegated Virginia Creeper | Parthenocissus quinquefolia 'Star Showers' Climbing Plants

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The highlights

  • Grows in full sun through to full shade
  • Ideal for covering walls and fences
  • Leaves take on a pinkish hue in autumn
  • Fully hardy and tough as old boots

Description

  • This Virginia creeper features highly variegated foliage with an attractive, paint-splashed appearance
  • The green, five-fingered leaves are speckled with cream and lighter greens in a charmingly irregular manner. In the autumn months, the leaves take on a pinkish hue
  • Although this variety is slightly less vigorous than some other Virginia creepers, it will still easily clothe an ugly fence or tired, bare wall
  • You can also train your plant up a structure like an arbour, pergola or trellis to add instant interest (and privacy) to your garden
  • This plant is a tough ol' thing and make no mistake! Frost-hardy down to temperatures of -20°C, and tolerant of both exposed locations and drought, "unfussy" is this plant's middle name
  • It's recommended that you give your young plant some support (like wall wiring or some canes) for the first one or two years. Over time, the plant will develop adhesive suckers and support will no longer be needed
  • Please Note: Our climbers are pruned back each winter, and some during the summer, so you may find at certain times of year they do not cover the whole 90cm cane. This is intentional to ensure the best growth when you plant out

What To Expect

Supplied as:

Potted plant
3ft plant in a 3L pot
3L Potted Plants

Height on arrival:

20-90cm inc. pot
20-90cm inc. pot

Eventual height:

4-10m

Eventual spread:

4-10m
Spreads approximately 4-10m.
4-10m
Spreads approximately 4-10m.

Time to first crop:

Habit:

Climbing
Although a slightly less vigorous variety than some other Virginia creepers, 'Star Showers' is still a vigorous climber and qill quickly cover vertical surfaces. It climbs by means of tendrils that are tipped with adhesive pads, which allows the plant to cling even to a very smooth surface.
Climbing
Although a slightly less vigorous variety than some other Virginia creepers, 'Star Showers' is still a vigorous climber and qill quickly cover vertical surfaces. It climbs by means of tendrils that are tipped with adhesive pads, which allows the plant to cling even to a very smooth surface.

Hardiness:

Fully hardy
H6 - Will survive even harsh British winters (down to temperatures of -20°C).
Fully hardy
H6 - Will survive even harsh British winters (down to temperatures of -20°C).

Rootstock:

Spacing:

2.5-3m
Plant 2.5-3m apart to allow for spreading.

How To Grow

Good pest and disease resistance

Generally free of disease. This plant may have issues with Red Spider Mites and Vine Weevils. Inspect the leaves regularly for signs of pests, including webs and bites in the foliage. If you find Red Spider Mites, then try misting the plant as they thrive in drier conditions. If you find Vine Weevils, then try to pick off as many of the adults and the larvae as possible.

Water often in first year

In the first year after planting, you'll want to water 'Star Showers' regularly (a deep watering at least once weekly) to keep the soil consistently moist, especially during prolonged dry and hot periods. As the plant establishes itself, however, its watering needs will decrease to the point where it should be relatively self-sufficient. Watering is still recommended during drought conditions.

Full sun to full shade

This variety can grow well in all light conditions, ranging from full sun (6+ hours of daily sunlight) all the way through to full shade.

Any moist, well-drained soil

Grows well in most soils so long as it drains well - to improve drainage, add compost, perlite or coarse horticultural grit.

No feeding required

No routine feeding is typically needed (you can apply a thin compost or general, all-purpose fertiliser layer around the roots during the spring if you're concerned about your soil's nutrient content).

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Climbers grown by specialists at the height of their game

What does it take to grow the strongest and best climbing plants in the show tent? Organic fertilisers, natural pest control and years of dedication from Mollie, our expert grower in Worcestershire. Professionally pruned and checked by hand, they’re guaranteed to put on a gold standard display in your garden, too.

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